Yoncalla implements new program to help students succeed Yoncalla School District has implemented an innovative program this school year aimed at engaging students and better preparing them for life after graduation. Using Measure 98 funding allocated for career and college readiness programs, the district has introduced AVID, or

‘Growing our own’ Manufacturing Month a chance to highlight opportunities Preparing our youth for a purposeful and successful future has always been the goal of educators and parents. Our local economy requires that employers can find employees well prepared to carry out job responsibilities and vibrant communities are

Inspiring educators Douglas County teachers take part in Summer STEAM Institute With the success of her school’s first Family STEAM Night last year, Tri City Elementary teacher Tammy Bryant was inspired to share her experience with other educators in Douglas County. Bryant, who teaches first grade, had attended

Summer Institute around the corner Educators invited to register for STEAM seminars Registration is now open for this year’s STEAM Summer Institute, a series of professional development workshops geared toward teachers who want to integrate STEAM education into their classrooms. Sessions, presented by the Umpqua Valley STEAM Hub